Basic Counseling for Deacons serves as a first resource for the new deacon to consult as he begins his ministry in service to people. Not all deacons have had the opportunity to be trained in counseling people who consult him for help with their personal problems. He may be uncertain in how to provide pastoral counseling or advice for personal issues. This brief guide is written to fill the gap in his training program to assist him in conducting an interview or a counseling session with his client.